See You Real Soon

If you have been to Disney World in Florida, you've probably seen the exit sign as you drive out of the park.

It says "See You Real Soon."

Most people leave Disney already thinking about when they can return.

Disney also uses reminiscing music, cast members saying goodbye, lighting, signage and other subtle ways to make people want to return soon.

They say "goodbye" very well.

Often in the church world, we create great strategies for welcoming people and making them feel at home. And we should. How we welcome guests is crucial if we want to see them return.

But there is an additional strategy that many churches miss. That strategy is how you say goodbye when people are leaving.

Remember - how you say goodbye is the last thing people will remember from their experience at your c